Summaries of two recent publications by the National Center for Education Statistics show a continued decline in enrollment. A gradual enrollment increase is expected to begin in 1984. Increases are also projected for school expenditures and teacher demand. (MLF)

Based on experiences in Kansas, the problems discussed include: discrepancies between competency-based teacher education and current certification practices; categorical approaches to training and certification; reciprocal agreements for coursework and certification requirements; and the supply/demand of teachers. Possible solutions cited include…

Six industrial educators respond to four questions: (1) Are industrial education programs increasing or decreasing in your area? (2) Are industrial education teachers in demand or not in your area? (3) Are new facilities being constructed? and (4) What are the outstanding trends in industrial education in your area? (CT)

A research summary compares Indiana University Northwest's placement records to national averages for teacher placement during the last decade. Data indicate that educational retrenchment is a shortsighted approach which could be detrimental to societal needs. (JN)

The labor market for teachers is expected to become more favorable in the 1980s. According to National Center for Education Statistics projections, the teacher surplus should begin to decline in 1983-84. (SK)

A survey of superintendents in a nine-state region of the midwest indicates a shortage of good teachers in many areas. The predominant scarcity of teachers in all certification areas resides in rural districts. (Author/IRT)

The story of how a school closing affected the school's teachers is recounted. (LH)

A growing concern in American public education is that of public school teachers refusing to accept student teachers. (MM)

Looks at several factors related to the job market for teachers including numbers (supply), funding, demand, salary, differences among school districts. Looks at the job outlook and suggests sources of additional information. (JOW)

The number of technology teachers needed is projected to increase by 16% in 2006. A 22% decrease in technology teacher education graduates may indicate upcoming shortages of qualified teachers. Raising public awareness and intensifying teacher recruitment are crucial. (SK)

This study synthesized trade and industrial (T&I) teacher education research over the past 18 years. Areas where research has been the most prevalent were examined, and implications for T&I teacher preparation were determined. (JOW)

In a study of the supply and demand of teachers, a state teacher workforce database was analyzed to determine why language teachers were leaving in downstate Illinois. Recommendations are offered for future attrition databases and analyses. (13 references) (Author/LB)

Offers opinions from state directors of vocational education, teacher educators, a college dean, a government official, and education professionals regarding the status of vocational education teacher preparation programs. Concern is expressed because of declining enrollments, noncompetitive salaries, and early retirements. (JOW)

Describes South Carolina's add-on or out-of-field approach to supplying needed technology education teachers. Recommends recruitment strategies, and discusses teacher education. (JOW)

Gathered information about the shortage of dental school faculty through a survey of dental school deans. Respondents identified retirement and entry into private practice as the leading reasons for leaving faculty positions, and indicated that offering a salary competitive with private practice was the most critical factor in recruiting future…